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MCP Imap

A simple IMAP adapter for integrating IMAP email services into MCP (Model Context Protocol). It supports deployment via containers or binary files and requires environment variables such as username, password, and server address to be configured.
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What is the MCP IMAP Server?

The MCP IMAP Server is a connection tool that allows an AI assistant (such as Claude Desktop) to access your email inbox via the standard IMAP protocol. This means you can let the AI help you read, search, and manage emails without directly sharing your email password with the AI application.

How to use the MCP IMAP Server?

You can use it in two ways: 1) Download the pre - built binary file and run it directly; 2) Run it using a Docker container (recommended). Either way, you need to configure your email account information as environment variables.

Use cases

It is very useful when you want an AI assistant to help you process emails. For example: quickly find specific emails, summarize the content of unread emails, organize emails by sender or subject, or let the AI assist you in replying based on the email content.

Main Features

IMAP Protocol Support
Supports the standard IMAP protocol and is compatible with most email service providers, including Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.
Containerized Deployment
Provides a Docker container image to simplify the deployment process and ensure consistent operation in different environments.
Dedicated Gmail Support
Provides configuration guidance specifically for Gmail accounts, including how to set up an app password.
Simple Configuration
Only three environment variables are required for configuration: username, password, and server address.
Advantages
Easy to use: Simple configuration, only a few environment variables are needed
Good compatibility: Supports all standard IMAP email services
Secure connection: Securely connects via the MCP protocol without directly exposing email credentials to the AI application
Containerized: Convenient Docker deployment with a consistent environment
Limitations
Read - only support: The current version mainly supports reading emails, and the email sending function may be limited
Requires an app password: Modern email services such as Gmail require a separate app password to be set up
Basic functions: Focuses on the core IMAP connection and does not include advanced email processing functions

How to Use

Choose a Deployment Method
Choose to use a Docker container (recommended) or directly download the binary file to run according to your preference.
Prepare Email Credentials
For Gmail users, you need to go to the Google account settings to create an app - specific password. Other email services use regular passwords.
Configure Environment Variables
Set three required environment variables: email username, password (or app password), and IMAP server address.
Run the Server
Start the MCP IMAP Server with the configured environment variables.
Connect to the AI Assistant
Configure the MCP connection in your AI assistant (such as Claude Desktop) to point to the running IMAP server.

Usage Examples

Daily Email Summary
Let the AI assistant summarize all important emails received in the past 24 hours for you every morning to quickly understand what needs attention.
Search for Emails Related to a Specific Project
When you need to find all emails related to a specific project, let the AI quickly search and organize relevant information.
Track Customer Communication
Track all email exchanges with a specific customer to understand the communication history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Gmail require an app password?
Is this server secure?
Which email services are supported?
Can I send emails?
How to update the server version?

Related Resources

GitHub Repository
Source code, issue tracking, and latest releases
Docker Image
Official Docker container image
MCP Protocol Documentation
Official documentation of the Model Context Protocol
Google App Password Setup
Create an app - specific password for Gmail

Installation

Copy the following command to your Client for configuration
Note: Your key is sensitive information, do not share it with anyone.

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